1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider
To start off, both 1998 Daihatsu Mira and 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 904 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 1998 Daihatsu Mira has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Daihatsu Mira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
| Model | Mira | 355 Spider |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 110 L |
